promo

noun

pro·​mo ˈprō-(ˌ)mō How to pronounce promo (audio)
plural promos
Synonyms of promonext
often attributive
: a promotional announcement, blurb, or appearance

Examples of promo in a Sentence

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Despite the increasingly elaborate promo campaign, no album has yet been announced. Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 1 June 2026 Carmelo interrupted another great Trick Williams promo. Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026 That led to a focus on live concerts and MTV promo videos from 1987-2010. Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 28 May 2026 His passion for music and production led him to focus on live concerts and MTV promo videos from 1987-2010, working full-time in the Warner/Rhino A&R and video department. Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for promo

Word History

Etymology

short for promotional

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of promo was in 1946

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“Promo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/promo. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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